Events & Classes

Dates and details about all of St. Croix Birth & Parenting's upcoming Events & Classes!

NATURAL BIRTH & PARENTING classes start soon - register now!
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SCBP CLASSES DECEMBER 2024

Note: all dates and times are in Central US Time Zone.
Monday, December 2 (10:00am-10:45am): Sign, Say & Play 2
Wednesday, December 4 (10:00am-10:45am): Rumble Tumble Tummy Time 2
Thursday, December 5 (10:00am-11:00am): "Positive Weaning" is the topic for the free online Catholic Nursing Mothers' Group
Saturday, December 7 (10:00am-11:30am): Birth Matters 3: Mermaid Moms (waterbirth prep class)
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DECeMBER 2024 HIGHLIGHTS

Thursday, December 7 (10:00am-11:00am): "Positive Weaning" is the topic for the online Catholic Nursing Mothers' Group
Thursday, December 12 (10:00am-11:00am): Infant Massage Basics
Saturday, December 14 (10:00am-10:45am): "3, 2, 1; Count on Fun!" Baby Signs Advent-theme playgroup is the December Featured Freebie class!
Monday, December 23 (9:00am-11:00am): Breastfeeding Matters

2024-2025 Class Schedule

catholic couple looking for comprehensive Birth & parenting Classes?

The St. Croix Birth & Parenting Complete Catholic Parenting Course is the only comprehensive childbirth and parenting preparation classes designed specifically for Catholic Christian families!
  • Nine 2-hour online classes
Upcoming Complete Catholic Parenting Course START Dates​​​​​​​
  • ​​Saturday, January 4 at 9 am CST
  • Saturday, March 22 at 9 am CDT
  • Saturday, June 14 at 9 am CDT
  • Saturday, September 13 at 9 am CDT
  • PRIVATE CLASS OPTION: You may also arrange other days / times to meet with your instructor

birth matters natural childbirth classes

Sign up for our entire natural childbirth series; or pick and choose the classes you need to prepare for YOUR birth! Birth Partner attends FREE!
  • Complete series consists of six 1.5 hour classes (online)
  • Each class lasts 1.5 hours
  • Take one or as many classes as you wish!
Class 1: Natural Childbirth in a Nutshell (what to expect during a natural birth)
Class 2: Mom's Best Friend (birth partner preparation class)
Class 3: Mermaid Moms (waterbirth preparation class)
Class 4: Your Best Nest (birthplace options class)
Class 5: Birth Sense (understand common childbirth procedures and interventions)
Class 6: Natural Childbirth Techniques (practice relaxation, massage, and other techniques you can use during your birth)
Upcoming Birth Matters Class Series START Dates​​​​​​​​​​​​​
  • Wednesday, January 8, 2025 at 10 am CST
  • ​​Saturday, January 25 at 10 am CST
  • Wednesday, March 5 at 10 am CST
  • Saturday, March 22 at 10 am CDT
  • PRIVATE CLASS OPTION: You may also arrange other days / times to meet with your instructor

    BIRTH MATTERS A LA CARTE CLASS REGISTRATION FORM

    Please select the date(s) you are available for any and all classes you plan to attend. Note the times are all Central US Time. You may attend these classes online or in person.
    IMPORTANT: Your registration is not complete until we receive payment in full. You may pay here. Thank you for understanding!

birth matters a la carte classes

If you prefer to take individual classes, here are the dates for each session!
  • ​Each class lasts 1.5 hours (online)
Session 1: Natural Childbirth in a Nutshell
  • Wednesdays (10 am Central US Time)
    • Jan 8 2025, Mar 5, Apr 23, Jun 4
  • Saturdays (10 am Central US Time)
    • Jan 25 2025, Mar 22, May 17, Jun 28
  • PRIVATE CLASS OPTION: You may also arrange another day / time to meet with your instructor
Session 2: Mom's Best Friend
  • Wednesdays (10 am Central US Time)​
    • Jan 15 2025, Mar 12, Apr 30, Jun 11
  • Saturdays (10 am Central US Time)​
    • Feb 1 2025, Mar 29, May 24, Jul 5
  • PRIVATE CLASS OPTION: You may also arrange another day / time to meet with your instructor
Session 3: Mermaid Moms
  • Wednesdays (10 am Central US Time)​
    • Jan 22 2025, Mar 19, May 7, Jun 18
  • Saturdays (10 am Central US Time)
    • Dec 7, Feb 8 2025, Apr 5, May 31
  • PRIVATE CLASS OPTION: You may also arrange another day / time to meet with your instructor
Session 4: Your Best Nest
  • Wednesdays (10 am Central US Time)​
    • Jan 29 2025, Mar 26, May 14, Jun 25
  • Saturdays (10 am Central US Time)
    • Dec 14, Feb 15 2025, Apr 12, Jun 7
  • PRIVATE CLASS OPTION: You may also arrange another day / time to meet with your instructor
Session 5: Birth Sense
  • Wednesdays (10 am Central US Time)
    • Feb 5 2025, Apr 2, May 21, Jul 2
  • Saturdays (10 am Central US Time)​
    • Dec 21, Feb 22 2025, Apr 26, Jun 14
  • PRIVATE CLASS OPTION: You may also arrange another day / time to meet with your instructor
Session 6: Natural Childbirth Techniques Workshop
  • Wednesdays (10 am Central US Time)
    • Feb 12 2025, Apr 9, May 28, Jul 9
  • Saturdays (10 am Central US Time)
    • Dec 28, Mar 1 2025, May 3, Jun 21
  • PRIVATE CLASS OPTION: You may also arrange another day / time to meet with your instructor

breastfeeding matters class

  • Prepare for breastfeeding success!
  • Learn the 7 evidence-based "natural laws" of breastfeeding that give you the tools to establish breastfeeding successfully
  • One 2-hour class (online)
Upcoming Breastfeeding Matters Class Dates​​​​​​​​​​​​
  • Saturday, January 11 2025 at 9:00 am CST
  • Thursday, February 27 at 9:30 am CST
  • Saturday, March 15 at 9:00 am CDT
  • Saturday, April 19 at 9:00 am CDT
  • PRIVATE CLASS OPTION: You may also arrange another day / time to meet with your instructor

    FERTILITY MATTERS COURSE REGISTRATION FORM

    Please select the date(s) you are available for the classes you plan to attend. Note the times are all Central US Time. You may attend these classes online or in person.
    Session 2 Dates depend on the program you choose. Your instructor will schedule this class with you.
    Choose a Session 3 date two months or more after your Session 1 date.
    IMPORTANT: Your registration is not complete until we receive payment in full. You may pay here. Thank you for understanding!

fertility matters TM method classes

  • Learn to observe, record, and interpret your signs of fertility with the Fertility Matters TM sympto-thermal system of natural fertility monitoring
  • Separate programs for young couples who seek to achieve or postpone pregnancy; new mothers experiencing the return of fertility following childbirth; and couples nearing menopause
  • Three 2-hour classes (online)
Upcoming Fertility Matters Method Course START Dates (ALL Programs)​​​​​​​​​
  • Thursday, January 9 2025 at 9:30 am CST
  • Thursday, March 13 at 9:30 am CDT
  • Thursday, May 8 at 9:30 am CDT
  • Thursday, July 10 at 9:30 am CDT
  • PRIVATE CLASS OPTION: You may also arrange another day / time to meet with your instructor

Rumble Tumble Tummy Time! (TM)

  • Does your baby hate tummy time? Learn how to make tummy time fun for your baby through engaging songs and activities in this online playgroup...series of four classes!
  • Your Baby Signs educator will provide valuable parenting strategies to help you make the most of this important stage of development!
  • Ideal for babies 2-6 months old
  • Four classes, 45 minutes each (online)​​
Upcoming Rumble Tumble Tummy Time Playgroup START Dates​​​​​​​​​​​​
  • Monday, January 13 2025 at 10:00 am CST
  • Monday, February 10 at 10:00 am CST
  • Monday, March 17 at 10:00 am CDT
  • Friday, April 25 at 10:00 am CDT

Infant Massage Basics

  • Learn basic infant massage techniques to help your baby eat, sleep, and feel better!
  • ​One 1-hour class (online)
Upcoming Infant Massage Basics Classes​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​
  • Thursday, December 12 at 10:00 am CST
  • Tuesday, January 21 2025 at 9:00 am CST
  • Tuesday, February 18 at 9:00 am CST
  • Tuesday, March 18 at 9:00 am CDT
  • PRIVATE CLASS OPTION: You may also arrange another day / time to meet with your instructor

Sign, Say, and Play

  • Help your baby communicate with you before he or she can talk! Research based baby sign language helps you develop a close bond with your baby and gives your baby tools to communicate with you and other loved ones.
  • Fun, playgroup style classes includes baby signs, songs, games, and tips for helping to promote your baby's healthy development!
  • Ideal for babies 6-24 months old, with a parent or other loved one
  • Six 45-minute online sessions!
Upcoming Sign, Say, and Play Session START Dates​​​​​​​​​​​
  • ​Friday, January 3 2025 at 10:00 am CST
  • Friday, March 7 at 10:00 am CST
  • Monday, April 14 at 10:00 am CDT
  • Friday, May 23 at 10:00 am CDT

    RSVP for the Catholic Nursing Mothers' Group

Catholic Nursing Mothers' Group

  • Online, faith-based breastfeeding mothers' support group
  • Parenting topics for each meeting
  • Plenty of time for your questions or concerns
  • For all Catholic pregnant and breastfeeding mothers, no matter the age of your child
  • ​Each online session lasts 1 hour
Upcoming Catholic Nursing Mothers' Group Meetings​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​
  • Thursday, December 5 at 10 am CST (online)
  • Thursday, January 2 at 10 am CST (online)
  • Thursday, February 6 at 10 am CST (online)
  • ​Thursday, March 6 at 10 am CST (online)

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